Mechanic - Queanbeyan Workshop
Mechanics Wanted at NSW Ambulance Queanbeyan Workshop
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time
Position Classification: Fitter / Motor Mechanic Lvl 4
Location: NSW Ambulance Queanbeyan Workshop located in Crestwood
Applications Close: Midnight 5 August 2025
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
This isn't just a mechanic role - you'll be maintaining the frontline fleet that helps save lives every day.
About NSW Ambulance
NSW Ambulance is an integral part of the NSW Health system that must work together seamlessly to deliver services to the community of NSW. We take a values-based leadership approach putting our people at the centre of everything we do, striving to deliver our mission of Excellence in Care through our CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
Hear what its like to work for NSW Ambulance
NSW Ambulance is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply!
About the Opportunity
Join a team that helps keep NSW Ambulance on the road and ready to respond when it matters most. As an Automotive Tradesperson, you'll play a vital role behind the scenes - ensuring our ambulances and support vehicles are safe, reliable, and ready to save lives.
- Support frontline healthcare by maintaining and servicing the vehicles our paramedics rely on every day.
- Put your hands-on skills to work, solving mechanical and electrical challenges on a variety of modern emergency vehicles and equipment.
- Work with purpose in a team environment that values safety, quality, and professionalism.
- Grow your career through training and opportunities to lead, supervise, and mentor others.
- Be part of something bigger, helping ensure critical health services reach the people of NSW - fast.
About You
We'd love to hear from you if you've got:
- A valid motor mechanic license
- An auto electrician trade qualification
Perks of the Trade
- Enjoy government job perks like Accrued Days Off, annual leave, parental leave, carers leave and more
- Extra Public Holiday, Yep, you get an extra day off just for being awesome, one more public holiday on us!
- Annual Uniform Allowance, Fresh kit every year, stay sharp, stay comfy, and look the part without spending a cent
- RTA Inspector Allowance, your skills get recognised, pick up extra pay for your inspection expertise
- Meal Away Allowance, working offsite? Fuel for you, not just the fleet
- Tool Allowance, we'll chip in each year to keep your toolkit top notch
- Annual Training with Mercedez Benz - No boring training here, level up your skills with the best, including sessions run by the legends at Mercedes Benz
- Generous salary packaging options to help you increase your take home pay: Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + novated leasing
- Fitness passport, and medic-fit gyms at most locations - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy
Where you will be working?
Queanbeyan offers the perfect balance - affordable, family-friendly suburbs with charm and character, all just 15 minutes from the nation's capital. It's a community-focused area with more than 148 parks and playgrounds, making it ideal for families and outdoor lovers alike.
Enjoy a vibrant mix of town, country, and coastal living, with easy access to the Snowy Mountains and surrounding natural beauty. The region also boasts strong services, quality healthcare, a modern TAFE campus, and convenient access to Canberra's top universities - making it a great place to live, work, and grow.
Find out more about what life is like in Queanbeyan by visiting QPRC.
How to Apply
Ready to jump in? You can apply in one of two easy ways:
- Click the Apply button and follow the prompts, or
- Send your CV, and answers to the below questions in a word document to Ella Su via ella.su@health.nsw.gov.au
- Possession of a current Motor Mechanic Trade Certificate (light vehicle mechanical). Yes or No
- Current valid driving license to operate NSW Ambulance vehicles. Yes or No
- Demonstrated experience with light commercial vehicles such as, Mercedes Benz Sprinter type vehicles and special purpose-built equipment. Please provide a brief example of your experience. (2-3 lines)
- Ability to attend to breakdowns/emergency repairs and undertake vehicle diagnostic testing. Please provide a brief example of your experience. (2-3 lines)
- Knowledge of vehicle electrical component systems, fault diagnosis and rectification. Please provide a brief example of your experience. (2-3 lines)
Need more information?
- Click here for the Role Description and Position Conditions and General Information
- Learn more about careers at NSW Ambulance here
Additional Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria articulated in Role Description.
- NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
- Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing.
- Eligibility lists and talent pools may be created and used to fill temporary or permanent vacancies over the next 18 months at the same, or other locations, that are at the same grade and capability level.
Contact People
Please contact Elias Ajaka on 0448 262 691 or Elias.Ajaka@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to NSW Ambulance's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact Leonie Garvey on Leonie.Garvey@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
Please contact ambulance-diversity@health.nsw.gov.au if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.
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